Salem Band performers

SUPPORT SALEM BAND

Salem Band, established in 1771, is the oldest,
continuous mixed wind ensemble in the nation.

2026 Salem Band Concert Series

 

1976: a Musical Retrospective

Sunday, October 4 at 3:00 pm
Elberson Fine Arts Center, Hanes Auditorium (Salem Academy & College)

Salem Band Fall Concert 2026 poster

Save the dates!

  • Salem Band Holiday Concerts, A Classical Christmas
    • Tuesday, December 15, 7:30 pm — Calvary Moravian
    • Friday, December 18, 7:30 pm — Clemmons First Baptist Church
  • Winter Concert
    • Sunday, February 21, 2027, 3 pm in Hanes Auditorium

See the Salem Swing Band 2026 Concert Schedule HERE.

THE SALEM BAND

$25/book + $5/shipping

  • With historical photos

In 1953, Mr. Bernard Jacob Pfohl (1866-1960) compiled his memories and musings into a manuscript titled The Salem Band. Although published 69 years ago, this book has remained the authority on the history of local music, including band music and it’s development.

The current volume has been published as part of the 250th celebration of Salem Band, and begins with Pfohl’s original 1953 book published in facsimile. Dr. Donna Rothrock covers the story from 1953 to the present.

The Salem Band history book

Salem Band Is Looking for Musicians

If you play 1st Trumpet, Bass Trombone, Keyboard Percussion (mallets, chimes, bells), or would like to be on our Sub List, please contact Music Director/Conductor Eileen Young.
musicdirector@salemband.org or (336) 413-2180